Comments on: FAQ: Atrial Fibrillation Frequently Asked Questions http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com Alternative approaches to managing atrial fibrillaton and arrhythmias Sun, 25 Jul 2010 16:13:44 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=9616 By: Robert Ellis http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-283 Robert Ellis Sun, 18 Jul 2010 16:03:20 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-283 Renganayaki, please understand that I'm not a doctor, so you should inform your doctor of what you're taking and follow their advice. But to my knowledge, there shouldn't be a problem with taking Ginseng and Lisinopril. Lisinopril lowers blood pressure and Ginseng slightly increases blood pressure. Your blood pressure is normal. If your doctor has no objection, and you continue to monitor your blood pressure, I think you'll be fine. Renganayaki, please understand that I’m not a doctor, so you should inform your doctor of what you’re taking and follow their advice. But to my knowledge, there shouldn’t be a problem with taking Ginseng and Lisinopril. Lisinopril lowers blood pressure and Ginseng slightly increases blood pressure. Your blood pressure is normal. If your doctor has no objection, and you continue to monitor your blood pressure, I think you’ll be fine.

]]> By: Renganayaki http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-282 Renganayaki Sun, 18 Jul 2010 15:36:06 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-282 I am aged 73. Upon consulting a cardiologist, the ECG reading shows as follows: Normal sinus rhythm, possible left atrial enlargement and borderline ECG. A second opinion obtained from another cardiologist ruled out any adverse condition. I am taking Ginseng (2 capsules of 200 mg in a day) and also lisinopril 10 mg at bed time. I think ginseng will not have any adverse effect when taken 12 hours before intake of lisinopril. My BP taken at any point of the day shows a reading not in excess of 120/80. Can I continue to take Ginseng and lisinopril? Please condescend to instruct. I am aged 73. Upon consulting a cardiologist, the ECG reading shows as follows: Normal sinus rhythm, possible left atrial enlargement and borderline ECG. A second opinion obtained from another cardiologist ruled out any adverse condition. I am taking Ginseng (2 capsules of 200 mg in a day) and also lisinopril 10 mg at bed time. I think ginseng will not have any adverse effect when taken 12 hours before intake of lisinopril.
My BP taken at any point of the day shows a reading not in excess of 120/80. Can I continue to take Ginseng and lisinopril? Please condescend to instruct.

]]> By: Panagiotis Mpokos http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-262 Panagiotis Mpokos Sun, 11 Apr 2010 09:21:24 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-262 I read that Co Q10 increase clots .I suffer from atrial fibrillation. I receive 10 mg /day Co Q10 . I must stopped, it is dangerous. I read that Co Q10 increase clots .I suffer from atrial fibrillation. I receive 10 mg /day Co Q10 . I must stopped, it is dangerous.

]]> By: Sandy http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-232 Sandy Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:47:31 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-232 What herbs are good for Atrial Fib and shoul you take Co Q-10, ginko, echonasia, fish oil, E, VitaminD3, and calcium? Aslo, which kind of calcium, magnisium, potassium and how to take? Please mention all supplements that are helpful. Thanks. Sandy What herbs are good for Atrial Fib and shoul you take Co Q-10, ginko, echonasia, fish oil, E, VitaminD3, and calcium? Aslo, which kind of calcium, magnisium, potassium and how to take? Please mention all supplements that are helpful.

Thanks.
Sandy

]]> By: Dianne http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-199 Dianne Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:39:47 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-199 Good to stumble onto this site! I've had a-fib symptoms since I was in my early 30's (am now 65), actually diagnosed about 5 years ago. Have been on Atenolol for about 22 years, also a diuretic (both for high BP) and now Levothyroxine for borderline low thyroid. My episodes are more frequent now but seem to last shorter periods of time (up to 1 hour or so, used to last up to 4 or more). Have been trying to identify triggers, seems there is no one in particular but if any 2 of the following are present an episode is likey to occur: stress, exhaustion, caffeine, alcohol, dehydration, overeating....now I think sugar, too. Sometimes I think I've "dodged the bullet" as I feel well after a couple of martinis before dinner, but seems I pay for it about about3-4 hours later. THis is a scary condition, it's comforting to know it's rarely fatal but each time it happens can't help but wonder if it's a heart attack this time....get a very uncomfortable full feeling at the base of my throat. Jst started seeing a cardiologist, he wants me on a statin (cholesterol is 220) which I do not want to start. Love to see other people's experiences with this darned thing! Good to stumble onto this site! I’ve had a-fib symptoms since I was in my early 30′s (am now 65), actually diagnosed about 5 years ago. Have been on Atenolol for about 22 years, also a diuretic (both for high BP) and now Levothyroxine for borderline low thyroid. My episodes are more frequent now but seem to last shorter periods of time (up to 1 hour or so, used to last up to 4 or more). Have been trying to identify triggers, seems there is no one in particular but if any 2 of the following are present an episode is likey to occur: stress, exhaustion, caffeine, alcohol, dehydration, overeating….now I think sugar, too. Sometimes I think I’ve “dodged the bullet” as I feel well after a couple of martinis before dinner, but seems I pay for it about about3-4 hours later. THis is a scary condition, it’s comforting to know it’s rarely fatal but each time it happens can’t help but wonder if it’s a heart attack this time….get a very uncomfortable full feeling at the base of my throat. Jst started seeing a cardiologist, he wants me on a statin (cholesterol is 220) which I do not want to start. Love to see other people’s experiences with this darned thing!

]]> By: Marie http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-194 Marie Fri, 30 Oct 2009 22:01:30 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-194 TONI I heard that coq10 is not good for atrial fibrillation. Is that true? Hi Toni I read the same thing doing research, also Taurine gets a negative with A Fib. I am really afraid to try these suplements...don't want to make it worse... Marie TONI

I heard that coq10 is not good for atrial fibrillation. Is that true?

Hi Toni
I read the same thing doing research, also Taurine gets a negative with A Fib. I am really afraid to try these suplements…don’t want to make it worse…

Marie

]]> By: Pat O'Connor http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-189 Pat O'Connor Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:11:48 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-189 I am 51 and have been in lone persistent a-fib since I was 5-months pregnant 2002. Cardioversion was recommended after the baby was born, but I didn't want to go there. I was told to go on aspirin therapy 325 mg. At that time catheter ablation was a rather new procedure. I have never tried vitamins yet, but a Chinese doctor told me I had heart problems in 1998. I was dagnosed with mitrol valve prolapse in 1999 and went into a-fib 5 months after druing a treadmill test. I was also found to have lyme disease which was treated with doxycyclene. In december 2008 I had a TIA and an mRI showed I had a stroke 6 months prior (or sometime bfore 6 months unknown). I am now on coumadin and about to have cardioversion (outlook bleak) and catheter ablation. I am going to try vitamins this week. Does anyone know how this (magnesium, taurine and potassium) affect coumadin? I probably only have a 60-70% chance with CA , but my EP thinks I shoul try to stop some of the electrical activity before it gets worse. Any ideas? I have never been one to drink a lot of water and think I will try this as well. I am 51 and have been in lone persistent a-fib since I was 5-months pregnant 2002. Cardioversion was recommended after the baby was born, but I didn’t want to go there. I was told to go on aspirin therapy 325 mg. At that time catheter ablation was a rather new procedure. I have never tried vitamins yet, but a Chinese doctor told me I had heart problems in 1998. I was dagnosed with mitrol valve prolapse in 1999 and went into a-fib 5 months after druing a treadmill test. I was also found to have lyme disease which was treated with doxycyclene. In december 2008 I had a TIA and an mRI showed I had a stroke 6 months prior (or sometime bfore 6 months unknown). I am now on coumadin and about to have cardioversion (outlook bleak) and catheter ablation. I am going to try vitamins this week. Does anyone know how this (magnesium, taurine and potassium) affect coumadin? I probably only have a 60-70% chance with CA , but my EP thinks I shoul try to stop some of the electrical activity before it gets worse. Any ideas? I have never been one to drink a lot of water and think I will try this as well.

]]> By: Joy http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-157 Joy Sat, 12 Sep 2009 10:34:55 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-157 Hi This is my first post. I've just gone into AFIB and because it scares the living daylights out of me decided to do a search and find some info/support. This site seems to offer both. I'm 67 and have had 'it' for 4 years. Marina I can relate totally to your problems. It's called Vagal A Fib, and it is mainly triggered by eating and or drinking which is what happened to me tonight. I have been feeling unwell for a week now and have felt like I was going to have an attack, and indeed did have a couple of small ones which kicked out after about 3-4 minutes. Tonight I ate my dinner very fast and drank a full glass of orange juice on top of it and 'bang'...straight into AF. I'm never sure when to head off to Emergency. What do others do. I hate the thought of going as I've been that many times. My heart rate usually is around 160 but very erratic and can last for up to 8 hours. I take Asprin and if it persists, I take Tambocor 50 mg 2 times in the next to hours. Hi

This is my first post. I’ve just gone into AFIB and because it scares the living daylights out of me decided to do a search and find some info/support. This site seems to offer both. I’m 67 and have had ‘it’ for 4 years. Marina I can relate totally to your problems. It’s called Vagal A Fib, and it is mainly triggered by eating and or drinking which is what happened to me tonight. I have been feeling unwell for a week now and have felt like I was going to have an attack, and indeed did have a couple of small ones which kicked out after about 3-4 minutes. Tonight I ate my dinner very fast and drank a full glass of orange juice on top of it and ‘bang’…straight into AF.
I’m never sure when to head off to Emergency. What do others do. I hate the thought of going as I’ve been that many times.
My heart rate usually is around 160 but very erratic and can last for up to 8 hours. I take Asprin and if it persists, I take Tambocor 50 mg 2 times in the next to hours.

]]> By: Robert Ellis http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-154 Robert Ellis Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:22:40 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-154 Steve, this looks interesting, but I'm very skeptical. First, notice the ingredients at these two sites: <a href="http://fibritab.com/2/about.html" rel="nofollow">Fibritab</a> <a href="http://www.parkotab.com/3/about.html" rel="nofollow">A 100% All-Natural Parkinson's Disease Treatment</a> Identical ingredients, same company. Both sites claim to have clinically proven results, yet on both sites the link to the results pops up a window that reads: "Clinical study soon to be posted here." The site is copyright 2005-2008. How long should it take to produce the results? Also, see: <a href="http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaints/oslo-health-solutions-c109396.html" rel="nofollow">OSLO HEALTH SOLUTIONS Complaints - Fraud</a> <a href="http://onesickmother.typepad.com/my_weblog/2009/05/oslo-health-solutions-preying-on-the-sick-part-i.html" rel="nofollow">Oslo Health Solutions: Preying On The Sick Part I</a> I personally would not purchase a supplement from an unknown company. It is risky to self diagnose, not to mention the risk of financial loss from doing business with a disreputable company (Fibritab is $80). There <em>are</em> natural alternative treatments for afib. My highest recommendation is to see an acupuncturist who is also an herbalist, who will prescribe a formula suited to your individual health situation. Steve, this looks interesting, but I’m very skeptical. First, notice the ingredients at these two sites:

Fibritab

A 100% All-Natural Parkinson’s Disease Treatment

Identical ingredients, same company.

Both sites claim to have clinically proven results, yet on both sites the link to the results pops up a window that reads: “Clinical study soon to be posted here.” The site is copyright 2005-2008. How long should it take to produce the results?

Also, see:

OSLO HEALTH SOLUTIONS Complaints – Fraud

Oslo Health Solutions: Preying On The Sick Part I

I personally would not purchase a supplement from an unknown company. It is risky to self diagnose, not to mention the risk of financial loss from doing business with a disreputable company (Fibritab is $80). There are natural alternative treatments for afib. My highest recommendation is to see an acupuncturist who is also an herbalist, who will prescribe a formula suited to your individual health situation.

]]> By: Steve Swann http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/faq-atrial-fibrillation-frequently-asked-questions/comment-page-1#comment-151 Steve Swann Thu, 03 Sep 2009 05:13:18 +0000 http://www.livingwithatrialfibrillation.com/?page_id=9#comment-151 Has anyone tried Fibritab ? http://fibritab.com/2/contact.html I was thinking of trying it, but wondered if there were any current users out there? Has anyone tried Fibritab ? http://fibritab.com/2/contact.html I was thinking of trying it, but wondered if there were any current users out there?

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